Serving 666 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southaven Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southaven Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southaven Elementary School's student population of 666 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Southaven Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southaven Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#528 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
55%
47%
White
22%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southaven Elementary School's ranking?
Southaven Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Southaven Elementary School often compared to?
Southaven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walls Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Southaven Elementary School?
666 students attend Southaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Southaven Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southaven Elementary School?
Southaven Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southaven Elementary School offer ?
Southaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southaven Elementary School part of?
Southaven Elementary School is part of Desoto Co School District.
In what neighborhood is Southaven Elementary School located?
Southaven Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Southaven, MS. There are 4 other public schools located in West End.
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